by Kawahara Chagyo川原茶業
Nabeshima Domain Matcha (鍋島藩の抹茶) is the ceremonial matcha from Kawahara Chagyo, produced under their heritage brand honoring the former Nabeshima feudal clan of Saga Prefecture. Stone-ground from tencha leaves grown in the mist-draped mountain valleys of Ureshino — the same region that produces the prized tamaryokucha and gyokuro Kawahara Chagyo is celebrated for — this matcha carries the regional character of Saga: smooth umami, gentle natural sweetness, and a clean aftertaste without harsh bitterness. It reflects the company's century-long commitment to authentic Ureshino tea craftsmanship.
Editorial verdict
A heritage matcha from an underappreciated Kyushu producer. The Nabeshima Domain name carries real historical weight, and the tea lives up with a smooth, approachable ceremonial-grade cup rooted in Ureshino's quality tencha.
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Smooth umami, gentle sweetness, clean finish — characteristic of Saga-region shaded leaf
Supports: Product name: 鍋島藩の抹茶, agricultural processed goods category, produced by Kawahara Chagyo
About the brand
川原茶業
Kawahara Chagyo (川原茶業) is a century-old tea producer and wholesaler based in Ureshino City, Saga Prefecture, founded in 1914 during the Taisho era. Operating under the brand name 'Nabeshimahan' (鍋島藩), the company channels the prestige of the former Nabeshima feudal domain — historically associated with some of Japan's finest teas — to produce and sell premium Ureshino tea. Ureshino is renowned for its tamaryokucha (玉緑茶), a gyokuro-style curled-leaf tea grown in the region's characteristic mountain mist and fertile volcanic soils, prized for its natural sweetness and concentrated umami. Under representative director Kawahara Hideaki, the company maintains a certified organic food processing factory, uses -25°C freezers to preserve seasonal freshness year-round, and ships nationwide via direct mail-order. In addition to their signature Ureshino teas, Kawahara Chagyo produces 'Nabeshima Domain Matcha' (鍋島藩の抹茶), a stone-ground matcha celebrating the historical tea culture of their region.
View all Kawahara Chagyo blendsSmooth umami, gentle sweetness, clean finish — characteristic of Saga-region shaded leaf
Nabeshima Domain is sourced from Ureshino, Japan.
Nabeshima Domain is recommended for usucha. Thin tea — the standard way to prepare matcha, whisked with about 2g of powder and 70ml of water.
You can buy Kawahara Chagyo Nabeshima Domain directly from Kawahara Chagyo's official website. Current availability: In stock.